1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1980 Toyota Tercel
To start off, both 1980 Plymouth Horizon and 1980 Toyota Tercel were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Tercel (70 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Toyota Tercel.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1980 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
