1983 Talbot Samba vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1985 Nissan Skyline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 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, 1985 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Talbot | Nissan |
| Model | Samba | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
