1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 825 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Talbot | Renault |
Model | Samba | Laguna |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |