1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
