1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Corsa | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
