1985 Dodge Charger vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1985 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger.
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, 1985 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Charger | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
