2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 385 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
Model | SLR McLaren | Tagora |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |