2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | Tribute | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
