1981 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 265 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Plymouth Horizon | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |