1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 22 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (334 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1245 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 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Horizon | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 334 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |