1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 334 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Talbot Samba | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |