1985 Talbot Horizon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 362 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 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Talbot Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Horizon | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Horizon | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
