1974 Honda 145 vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 56 kg more than 1974 Honda 145.
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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda 145 | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | 145 | Horizon |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |