1994 Honda Today vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1994 Honda Today 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Today | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
