2004 Lexus LS vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2004 Lexus LS is newer by 24 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LS weights approximately 467 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.
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, 2004 Lexus LS (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2004 Lexus LS 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. 2004 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus LS | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Lexus | Talbot |
| Model | LS | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
