1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 553 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Horizon | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Horizon | Touran |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
