1986 Talbot Horizon vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, both vehicles can yield 91 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Horizon | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
