1979 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 32 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 788 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Horizon | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Highlander |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2789 mm |