1978 Talbot Horizon vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 32 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon. 2010 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1978 Talbot Horizon has manual transmission. 1978 Talbot Horizon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Talbot Horizon | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Talbot | Jeep |
| Model | Horizon | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
