2006 Subaru Baja vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 255 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 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Subaru | Talbot |
| Model | Baja | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
