1989 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 160 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 1974 Holden Torana 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 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 1974 Holden Torana (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Horizon | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Plymouth | Holden |
| Model | Horizon | Torana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
