2004 Audi A4 vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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, 2004 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A4 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
