1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 110 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | C | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
