1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Talbot Samba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot Samba has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot Samba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Samba | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
