2003 Peugeot Partner vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2003 Peugeot Partner is newer by 23 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, 2003 Peugeot Partner (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 70 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot Partner | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | Partner | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
