2000 Lexus GS vs. 1984 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 762 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Lexus | Plymouth |
| Model | GS | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
