1979 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2000 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Move is newer by 21 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 9 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 187 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Move. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Horizon | 2000 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Plymouth | Daihatsu |
| Model | Horizon | Move |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
