2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora

To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 28 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.

Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 1980 Talbot Tagora has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Talbot Tagora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan X-Trail 1980 Talbot Tagora
Make Nissan Talbot
Model X-Trail Tagora
Year Released 2008 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2184 cc 2664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 88.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 73 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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