2004 Rover 75 vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 530 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.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 75 | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
Make | Rover | Talbot |
Model | 75 | Horizon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |