2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2000 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 20 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 615 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.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2000 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Infiniti | Talbot |
| Model | QX4 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
