1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2005 Toyota Matrix is newer by 25 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, 2005 Toyota Matrix (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2005 Toyota Matrix, 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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (170 Nm). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Tagora | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
