1984 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 910 kg more than 1981 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, 1984 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lincoln Mark VII | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Lincoln | Talbot |
Model | Mark VII | Samba |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |