2004 Buick Regal vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 24 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 598 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Regal | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
