1987 Citroen AX vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 7 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 119 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 623 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 1987 Citroen AX, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | AX | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
