1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 284 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Horizon | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
