1990 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1985 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1985 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | 100 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
