2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1481 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Express | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |
