1979 Talbot Horizon vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 655 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.
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, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon. 2004 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1979 Talbot Horizon has manual transmission. 1979 Talbot Horizon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot Horizon | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Talbot | Renault |
| Model | Horizon | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
