1997 Holden Statesman vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1997 Holden Statesman is newer by 17 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Statesman weights approximately 175 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, 1997 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Statesman | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Holden | Talbot |
| Model | Statesman | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
