1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1986 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 1986 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 1986 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tagora | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |
