2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 451 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
Model | CTS | Tagora |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |