1990 Holden Nova vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1990 Holden Nova is newer by 10 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) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Nova weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Nova | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Nova | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
