1975 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 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 16 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 113 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | 80 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
