1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 31 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 29 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Talbot | Suzuki |
| Model | Tagora | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
