1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1987 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1987 Talbot Horizon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1987 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 515 kg more than 1987 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Talbot Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | 1987 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Jeep | Talbot |
| Model | Station Wagon | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
