1978 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 684 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 2010 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Horizon | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Tundra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 381 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3710 mm |