1981 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, both 1981 Audi 100 and 1981 Talbot Tagora were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100, 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 100 | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Audi | Talbot |
Model | 100 | Tagora |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |