2002 MCC Crossblade vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2002 MCC Crossblade 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (72 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 628 kg more than 2002 MCC Crossblade. 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Crossblade | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | MCC | Talbot |
| Model | Crossblade | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2820 mm |
