1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 16 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 146 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1996 Plymouth Neon, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon. 1996 Plymouth Neon 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. 1996 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Talbot | Plymouth |
Model | Tagora | Neon |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |