1979 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 12 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, 1979 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 182 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 1979 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Horizon | 1991 Renault Express | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Horizon | Express |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1106 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |