1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Peugeot | Talbot |
Model | 505 | Tagora |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |