1971 Mazda 1000 vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 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 42 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mazda 1000 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 1971 Mazda 1000. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 1000 | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 1000 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
