1997 Kia Joice vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 130 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 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, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Joice | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Kia | Talbot |
Model | Joice | Tagora |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2154 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |