1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 14 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 25 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Tagora | Parati |
Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |