1977 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Horizon | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Horizon | Baja |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
