2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 17 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | YRV | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
