1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Samba | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
