2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1980 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1980 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot 1510.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot 1510. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot 1510. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1980 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Land Rover | Talbot |
Model | LR3 | 1510 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |