2006 Rover 45 vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 25 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, 2006 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 85 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 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, 2006 Rover 45, 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, 2006 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora. 2006 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Rover | Talbot |
| Model | 45 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
