1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 14 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 500 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.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
