2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Cherokee | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
