1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chrysler | Talbot |
| Model | Cordoba | Samba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2350 mm |
