1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 210 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.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
Model | Corvette | Tagora |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2154 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 181 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |