1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 28 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 795 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Horizon | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1795 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 |
