2011 Holden Calais vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2011 Holden Calais is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Calais (344 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
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, 2011 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Holden Calais | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Holden | Talbot |
| Model | Calais | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
