1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Tagora | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Tagora | Celica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
