2001 Opel Frontera vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 21 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 775 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 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Frontera | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Frontera | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
