1992 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1978 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1992 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 100 NX | 1978 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | 100 NX | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
