1982 Talbot Tagora vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 29 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, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus.
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, 2011 Ford Focus, 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Tagora | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Talbot | Ford |
Model | Tagora | Focus |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
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 | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |