1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 29 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 18 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 385 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
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, 2010 Renault Clio, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Tagora | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Talbot | Renault |
Model | Tagora | Clio |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |