1985 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Plymouth Horizon | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Horizon | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |