2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 158 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
Model | Camaro | Tagora |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2154 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |