1981 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1995 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Swift is newer by 14 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, 1995 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Swift.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Plymouth Horizon | 1995 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
Model | Horizon | Swift |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |