1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 14 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 1994 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Typhoon | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
