2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 25 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Matiz | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Daewoo | Plymouth |
Model | Matiz | Horizon |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |