2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1989 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
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, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1989 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Dacia | Plymouth |
| Model | Logan | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
