1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 149 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora. 2004 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Tagora | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Talbot | Nissan |
| Model | Tagora | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
