1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 131 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
Model | Mondial | Tagora |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |