1978 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (87 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 230 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.
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, 1978 Plymouth Horizon (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Horizon | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Plymouth | Opel |
Model | Horizon | Corsa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |