2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Mazda | Talbot |
Model | RX-8 | Tagora |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |