2008 Nissan Quest vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 25 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1150 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, 2008 Nissan Quest, 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1983 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1983 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Quest | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Quest | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
