1988 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | 911 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
