1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1983 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1983 Talbot Horizon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Horizon (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Talbot Horizon.
Because 1978 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1983 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 929 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
