1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 250 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 1997 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Horizon | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
