1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 10 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 488 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.
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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
Model | Horizon | Voyager |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |