1982 Talbot Tagora vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 100 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Tagora | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Talbot | Subaru |
| Model | Tagora | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.8 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
