1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 4 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |