1979 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 574 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 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Plymouth Horizon | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Horizon | S80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
