1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 10 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 Talbot Tagora. 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | S-10 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2820 mm |
