1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 22 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 432 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, 2002 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2002 Lincoln LS 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. 2002 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Talbot | Lincoln |
| Model | Tagora | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
