2002 Honda Z vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2002 Honda Z 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (72 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 408 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z 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, 2002 Honda Z 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Honda | Talbot |
| Model | Z | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
