1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 26 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
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, 2006 Toyota RunX (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Horizon | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | RunX |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |