1982 Talbot 1510 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 268 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot 1510 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1510 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
