1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 1973 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Horizon | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |