2007 Kia Picanto vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Picanto | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
