1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 145 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 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, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Tagora | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
