1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 21 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, 2001 Kia Visto (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 196 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 2001 Kia Visto | |
Make | Plymouth | Kia |
Model | Horizon | Visto |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |