1988 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Plymouth Horizon | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Horizon | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
