1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 285 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Horizon | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
