1979 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 18 kg more than 1979 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Horizon | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |