1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Ascona | Horizon |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |