1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 22 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 616 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Talbot Samba | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |