1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1996 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 1996 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 16 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. 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 (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1996 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Plymouth | ZAZ |
| Model | Horizon | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |
