1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1393 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Talbot Samba | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Samba | Touareg |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
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 | 65 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2893 mm |