1980 Lada 1200 vs. 1984 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1984 Talbot Horizon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada 1200 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Horizon.
Because 1980 Lada 1200 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 1980 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 1200 | 1984 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Lada | Talbot |
| Model | 1200 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 47 L |
