2000 Acura MDX vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Acura | Plymouth |
| Model | MDX | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
