1985 Holden Commodore vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1985 Holden Commodore 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Commodore weights approximately 240 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 1985 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Commodore | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Commodore | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
