1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 25 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 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z. 2005 Honda Z 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. 2005 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Talbot | Honda |
| Model | Tagora | Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
