1983 Talbot Tagora vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 230 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, 2012 Mazda 5, 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 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Tagora | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Talbot | Mazda |
| Model | Tagora | 5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
