1989 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (72 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1980 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 1980 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Escort | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
