2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1984 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1984 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C3 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
