1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 26 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Horizon | Citi |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
