1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 999 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 Volkswagen Sharan (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Samba | Sharan |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |