1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1981 Talbot Tagora is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 225 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Tagora | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
Make | Talbot | Triumph |
Model | Tagora | TR5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |