1999 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A4 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
