2009 Lada Niva vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 285 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 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Lada | Plymouth |
Model | Niva | Horizon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |