2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 27 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 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 429 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | XJ8 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
