2006 SsangYong Stavic vs. 1980 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 26 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Horizon.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Horizon. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Horizon has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Horizon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Stavic | 1980 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | SsangYong | Talbot |
| Model | Stavic | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
