1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Vedette | Horizon |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |