1978 Simca Horizon vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Volvo 460 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Simca | Volvo |
| Model | Horizon | 460 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
