1981 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 740 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 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Plymouth Horizon | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Horizon | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |