1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (114 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tagora | Passat |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
