1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 615 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |