2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 23 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 22 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 701 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
Model | Viano | Tagora |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |