1999 Ford Focus vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1983 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Focus | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
