1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Stanza | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
