1982 Talbot Tagora vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna is newer by 17 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Tagora. 1999 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1982 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1982 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Tagora | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Tagora | Sienna |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |