2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1981 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 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | 300 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
