2002 Acura EL vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2002 Acura EL 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 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 39 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Acura EL, 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Acura | Talbot |
| Model | EL | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
