2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
| Model | Exige | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
