1986 Talbot Horizon vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 460 (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 460 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1986 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Volvo 460 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Horizon | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Horizon | 460 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
