2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 695 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | Montero | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
