1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 530 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.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Blazer | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
