1988 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Plymouth Horizon | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Corona |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |