2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 26 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Lucerne | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
