1983 Talbot Tagora vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1983 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Tagora | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Talbot | Jaguar |
| Model | Tagora | XJ |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3157 mm |
