1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce 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 1969 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | Luce | Horizon |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |