1989 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Horizon | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
Model | Horizon | Valiant |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |