2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 137 kg more than 1982 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1982 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Mustang | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
