1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1985 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 5 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1985 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Plymouth | Vauxhall |
Model | Horizon | Nova |
Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |