1986 Holden Drover vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Drover | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Drover | Horizon |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |