2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Vectra | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
