1984 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Plymouth Horizon | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Camry |
Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |