1989 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1982 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 1982 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1982 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1982 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Accord | Tagora |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |