1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 395 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, 2010 Ford Galaxy, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Talbot | Ford |
| Model | Tagora | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
