1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (72 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 472 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 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2010 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Talbot Tagora | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Talbot | SsangYong |
Model | Tagora | Korando |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2304 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |