1975 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 77 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Escort | Horizon |
Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |