1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1609 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 165 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1609. 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1609. 1977 Chrysler 1609 has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler 1609 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Talbot | Chrysler |
| Model | Tagora | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
