1992 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 12 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1980 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 Mazda MX-6 (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda MX-6 | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | MX-6 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
