1979 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 26 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 770 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Horizon | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
Model | Horizon | Actyon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |