1983 Talbot Tagora vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Tagora | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Tagora | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
