2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 29 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1659 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.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Sierra | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2530 mm |
