1986 Talbot Solara vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Solara would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Solara. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 264 kg more than 1986 Talbot Solara. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Solara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Solara | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Solara | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
