1982 Talbot Samba vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 16 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2110 kg more than 1982 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3400 mm |
