1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 540 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Avanti Avanti 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 1981 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Avanti | Plymouth |
Model | Avanti | Horizon |
Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |