2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 24 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1094 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Silverado | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2530 mm |
