1989 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 113 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Horizon | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |