1978 Talbot Horizon vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 889 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Talbot Horizon | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
