1992 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 430 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Accord | Horizon |
Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |