2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Because 1981 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 1981 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | Laguna | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
