1969 Nissan Skyline vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1983 Talbot Tagora is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 133 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1983 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Skyline | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Skyline | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
