1998 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 11 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1981 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 1981 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Focus | Tagora |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |