1979 Talbot 1510 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 636 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot 1510 | 1996 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1510 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
