1980 Talbot Horizon vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 30 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1027 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.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon. 2010 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Horizon has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Horizon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Horizon | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Talbot | SsangYong |
| Model | Horizon | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
