1985 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1690 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.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Plymouth Horizon | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Horizon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3670 mm |
