1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1983 Talbot Tagora is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 215 kg more than 1983 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1971 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Challenger | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
