1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 365 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Talbot Samba | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Samba | Golf |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2512 mm |