1979 Talbot Horizon vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 553 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon. 2011 Ford Escape 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. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot Horizon | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Talbot | Ford |
| Model | Horizon | Escape |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
