2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Matiz (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
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, 1986 Plymouth Horizon (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Daewoo | Plymouth |
| Model | Matiz | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
