1989 Lada 2104 vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1989 Lada 2104 is newer by 6 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 44 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2104 | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Lada | Talbot |
Model | 2104 | Tagora |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2820 mm |