1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 31 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 695 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Talbot Tagora | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Talbot | Aston Martin |
| Model | Tagora | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
