1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 11 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (72 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 82 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Rally Raid | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
