1985 Talbot Horizon vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1985 Talbot Horizon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo 120 (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo 120 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1985 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volvo 120 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 1967 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1967 Volvo 120 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Horizon | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Horizon | 120 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
