1993 Honda CRX vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 13 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 295 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX, 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | CRX | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
