1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1979 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 528 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 1979 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Dakota | Horizon |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |