1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Mustang 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 1986 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Talbot 1510, 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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Mustang | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
