1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 29 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (72 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 7 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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 (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Tagora | Yaris |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |