1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Because 1980 Talbot Tagora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 230 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Tagora | S60 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
