1983 Talbot Tagora vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 29 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 19 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 295 kg more than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
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, 2012 Ford C-Max, 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Talbot Tagora | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Talbot | Ford |
Model | Tagora | C-Max |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2788 mm |