1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
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 Scion tC, 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Talbot | Scion |
| Model | Tagora | tC |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
