1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 168 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.
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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Talbot | Honda |
Model | Tagora | Accord |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |