1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1983 Subaru DL
To start off, 1983 Subaru DL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru DL 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 1983 Subaru DL.
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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1983 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Horizon | DL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
