1979 Talbot Horizon vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1993 Toyota Previa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 670 kg more than 1979 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Previa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Previa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Talbot Horizon | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Previa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |