1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 345 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. 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, 2010 Renault Thalia, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Talbot | Renault |
Model | Tagora | Thalia |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2473 mm |