1999 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 1010 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | Nautilus | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
