2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 1979 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 748 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 1979 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 407 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
