1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1984 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa 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 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Kia Brisa 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 1977 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Kia Brisa | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Brisa | Horizon |
Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |