1981 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 31 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1856 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 2012 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Plymouth Horizon | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Horizon | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |