1977 Ford LTD vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1986 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 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | LTD | Samba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2350 mm |
