1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1978 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 163 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Datsun 260Z.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 1978 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Talbot | Datsun |
| Model | Tagora | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2581 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
