2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 295 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.
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 Mercury Montego, 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (282 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Mercury | Talbot |
| Model | Montego | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
