1994 Opel Frontera vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 639 kg more than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Frontera | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Frontera | Horizon |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |