1983 Talbot Horizon vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1983 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Talbot Horizon | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Talbot | Porsche |
Model | Horizon | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |