2009 Ford Focus vs. 1982 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 12 kg more than 1982 Talbot Tagora.
Because 1982 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 1982 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 1982 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1982 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Focus | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
