1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
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 (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Horizon | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Plymouth | Daihatsu |
| Model | Horizon | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
