1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 245 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 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V. 1996 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Tagora | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Tagora | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
