2002 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2002 AC Cobra is newer by 22 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (72 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 308 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | AC | Talbot |
Model | Cobra | Tagora |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2304 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2820 mm |