1987 Talbot Horizon vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1987 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 102 kg more than 1987 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Talbot Horizon | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Horizon | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
