1982 Talbot Tagora vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 610 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 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Tagora. 2010 SsangYong Korando 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. 2010 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Talbot Tagora | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Talbot | SsangYong |
Model | Tagora | Korando |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |