1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Tagora | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Tagora | Sienna |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |