1982 Talbot Tagora vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 18 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 255 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 2000 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Tagora. 2000 Toyota Mark II 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. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Tagora | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Tagora | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
