1978 Talbot Horizon vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 30 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 715 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.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Talbot Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Talbot Horizon | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |