1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (72 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 18 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Peugeot | Talbot |
| Model | 504D | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
