1981 Talbot 1510 vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1989 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510. 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, 1989 Toyota Camry (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot 1510 | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | 1510 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
