2000 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1983 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2000 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Talbot Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2000 Land Rover Freelander (166 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Horizon. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Land Rover Freelander | 1983 Talbot Horizon | |
Make | Land Rover | Talbot |
Model | Freelander | Horizon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |