1981 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Plymouth Horizon | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |