1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2010 Maybach 57

To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (631 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 569 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1744 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.

Because 2010 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 884 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Plymouth Horizon 2010 Maybach 57
Make Plymouth Maybach
Model Horizon 57
Year Released 1980 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1714 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 631 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 999 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 2744 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 5728 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1981 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1575 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3391 mm


 

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