1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,317 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (251 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora. 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, 1995 Volvo 850, 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Tagora | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | Tagora | 850 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |