1978 Talbot Horizon vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Talbot 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (234 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Talbot Horizon | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Horizon | Golf |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
