1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, both 1983 Dodge Daytona and 1983 Talbot Tagora were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Daytona | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Dodge | Talbot |
Model | Daytona | Tagora |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |