1983 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Plymouth Horizon | 1985 Renault 18 | |
Make | Plymouth | Renault |
Model | Horizon | 18 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |