1972 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 302 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
