2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 590 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 XK8 (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | XK8 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
