1975 Peugeot 104 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 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 104 | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 104 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
