1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 442 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Talbot | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tagora | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
