1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 5 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Talbot | De Tomaso |
| Model | Tagora | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
