2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 26 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 3,555 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 946 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.
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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | LaCrosse | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
