1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1205 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Talbot | Ford |
| Model | Samba | Escape |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2824 mm |
