1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 27 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 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1399 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Horizon | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Horizon | Transporter |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |