2001 Nissan MM vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 21 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 580 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2001 Nissan MM 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. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | MM | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
