1981 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, both 1981 Mazda RX-7 and 1981 Plymouth Horizon were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda RX-7 | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | RX-7 | Horizon |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |