1969 Audi Variant vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Audi Variant | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | Variant | Horizon |
Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |