1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 626 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
