1983 Talbot Horizon vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RunX weights approximately 207 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, 2008 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Horizon | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | RunX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| 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 | 945 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
