1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 720 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (393 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (151 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Horizon | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
