1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 470 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Mustang | Horizon |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |