1978 Talbot Horizon vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 20 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 741 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Talbot Horizon | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | Horizon | V70 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |