1982 Talbot Tagora vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Talbot Tagora.
Because 1982 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 1982 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1982 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Tagora | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Tagora | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
