2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1892 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.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | F-250 | Horizon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |