1986 Talbot Samba vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 500 kg more than 1986 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Talbot Samba | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
Model | Samba | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |