1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 8 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Renault 21.
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, 1988 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Horizon | 21 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
