2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 185 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 1980 Talbot Tagora has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Talbot Tagora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | 350Z | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
