2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra 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 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 11 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2000 Nissan Sentra, 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) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Sentra | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Nissan | Talbot |
Model | Sentra | Tagora |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |