1981 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 136 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Because 1968 TVR Vixen 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 1968 TVR Vixen. 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, 1968 TVR Vixen (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Plymouth Horizon | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Plymouth | TVR |
Model | Horizon | Vixen |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |