1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800.
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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | Tagora | 1800 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |