2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Frontier | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
