2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 478 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1979 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Mustang | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
