1978 Talbot Horizon vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 31 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 739 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 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Talbot Horizon | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Hilux |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |