1998 Honda Life vs. 1982 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Horizon (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Talbot Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Talbot Horizon (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1982 Talbot Horizon | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Life | Horizon |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |