2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 22 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Daewoo | Talbot |
Model | Kalos | Tagora |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |