1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 982 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Caprice | Samba |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
