1981 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 20 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Plymouth Horizon | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Horizon | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
