1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (90 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 554 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (102 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Venture |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
