1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony (66 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Pony | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
