2009 Nissan Micra vs. 1989 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra 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 4 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 417 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Micra | 1989 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Micra | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
