2001 Saturn SC vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2001 Saturn SC 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saturn SC, 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn SC | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Saturn | Talbot |
| Model | SC | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
