1979 Nissan Violet vs. 1984 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Because 1979 Nissan Violet 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 1979 Nissan Violet. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Violet | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Violet | Horizon |
Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |