1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 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 9 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 148 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mazda 323 | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | 323 | Horizon |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |