1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 22 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 976 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Talbot | Jeep |
| Model | Samba | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
