1996 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1977 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
