1982 Talbot Tagora vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 30 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, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 575 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 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Tagora | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Talbot | Audi |
| Model | Tagora | A5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
