1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 1986 Talbot Horizon
To start off, both 1986 Peugeot 205 and 1986 Talbot Horizon were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 73 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 1986 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Talbot |
| Model | 205 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
