1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1989 Citroen C 15 is newer by 9 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Citroen C 15. 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen C 15 | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C 15 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
