1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1567 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samba | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2855 mm |
