1985 Talbot Samba vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Talbot Samba | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | Soarer |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |