1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 30 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, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (72 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 172 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 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Talbot | Audi |
Model | Tagora | TT |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2304 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |