1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Because 1981 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 1981 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Peugeot 605 | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Peugeot | Talbot |
Model | 605 | Tagora |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |