1985 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter

To start off, 1985 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.

Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Horizon.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Plymouth Horizon 1980 Toyota Sprinter
Make Plymouth Toyota
Model Horizon Sprinter
Year Released 1985 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1591 cc 1588 cc
Horse Power 62 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2410 mm