1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1979 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 188 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Horizon.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 1979 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Bluebird | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
