1981 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1999 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1999 TVR Cerbera is newer by 18 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 125 kg more than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 TVR Cerbera 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 1999 TVR Cerbera. 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, 1999 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Plymouth Horizon | 1999 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Plymouth | TVR |
| Model | Horizon | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
