2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 23 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 966 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Enclave | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
