1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 25 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xA weights approximately 70 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Plymouth | Scion |
| Model | Horizon | xA |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
