1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1991 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 11 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum. 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, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 1991 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tagora | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |
