2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 689 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Kia | Talbot |
| Model | Sorento | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
