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


 

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