1977 Talbot Horizon vs. 1982 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1982 Talbot Tagora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1977 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 310 kg more than 1977 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Talbot Tagora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Talbot Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Talbot Horizon. (101 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Talbot Horizon | 1982 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Talbot | Talbot |
Model | Horizon | Tagora |
Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |