2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Kalos | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Daewoo | Plymouth |
| Model | Kalos | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
