1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 6 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Tagora | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |