1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 31 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 385 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Talbot Tagora | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
Make | Talbot | Land Rover |
Model | Tagora | Range Rover Evoque |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4356 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2662 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |