1980 Plymouth Horizon TC3 Base
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- Photo: PlymouthTurismo by dave_7, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 1980 Plymouth Horizon TC3 Base is a 68-hp 1.7-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $5,681 MSRP.
It makes 68 horsepower and 83 lb-ft of torque.
The Horizon TC3 measures 174.0 inches long on a 96.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,551 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $5,681 ($22,407 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.7L Volkswagen EA827 I4 |
| Displacement | 1.7 L |
| Horsepower | 68 hp |
| Torque | 83 lb-ft |
| Injection Type | Carbureted |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed Manual (3-speed Automatic optional) |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson struts |
| Rear Suspension | Semi-independent twist-beam axle, coil springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc (power-assisted) |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 174 in |
| Width | 66.7 in |
| Height | 50.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,551 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1980 Plymouth Horizon TC3 Base with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1980 Plymouth HORIZON. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jan 28, 1982 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES, THE BOLTS USED TO ATTACH THE FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINTS TO THE CONTROL ARMS MAY FAIL DUE TO A BOLT SECTION CRACK CONDITION. THE BALL JOINT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE ARM POSSIBLY AFFECTING VEHICLE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL.
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE BALL JOINT TO CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BOLTS AT NO COST TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 82V011000
Oct 21, 1980 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUEL LINE HOSES INSTALLED ON CERTAIN VEHICLES WERE FABRICATED FROM A DEFECTIVE RUBBER COMPOUND. WHEN SUBJECTED TO CONTINUOUS HIGH UNDERHOOD TEMPERATURES, THESE HOSES MAY BECOME BRITTLE AND CRACK.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE FUEL SUPPLY AND VAPOR RETURN HOSES WITH A TYPE CONSTRUCTED OF HIGH TEMPERATURE-RESISTANT MATERIAL.
NHTSA campaign 80V139000
Oct 17, 1980 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
THE HOOD SECONDARY LATCH ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY BE SUBJECT TO BINDING DUE TO VARIATIONS IN THE LATCH AND ITS MOUNTING BASE ASSEMBLY. A PROBLEM COULD OCCUR IF THE PRIMARY LATCH BECAME INOPERATIVE OR WAS NOT PROPERLY ENGAGED.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH SYSTEM AND, IF NECESSARY, ADJUST IT AT NO COST TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 80V138000
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 1980 Plymouth HORIZON
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 1980 Plymouth HORIZON. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel System | 1 |
| Gasoline | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1980 PLYMOUTH HORIZON. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.