2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | CR-V | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
