1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 403 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 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Talbot Tagora | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Talbot | Subaru |
Model | Tagora | Outback |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |