1972 AMC Matador vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1981 Talbot Tagora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | AMC | Talbot |
| Model | Matador | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
