1980 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1983 Talbot Horizon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Horizon (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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, 1983 Talbot Horizon (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1983 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Escort | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
