1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 18 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, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 75 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, 1998 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Horizon | 200 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |