1983 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 863 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.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Horizon | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Plymouth | Dodge |
| Model | Horizon | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
