1999 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | AC | Plymouth |
| Model | Aceca | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
