1982 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1983 Talbot Horizon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Horizon (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 100 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Talbot Horizon (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 100 | 1983 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 100 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
