2005 Kia Optima vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2005 Kia Optima is newer by 25 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 152 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
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, 2005 Kia Optima, 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) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Optima | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Kia | Talbot |
| Model | Optima | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
