1989 Citroen XM vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 9 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 33 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 37 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
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, 1989 Citroen XM, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | XM | Tagora |
Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |