1986 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 331 kg more than 1984 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, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Accord | Samba |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1954 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |