1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 31 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 (230 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (171 Nm). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Tagora | Jetta |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |