1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 23 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (72 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 157 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 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, 2003 Toyota Previa, 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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2003 Toyota Previa 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. 2003 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Tagora | Previa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |
