2000 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 95 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz A | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | A | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
