1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 20 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1018 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3250 mm |
