2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 29 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1358 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.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2009 GMC Acadia 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. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Acadia | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
