1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 20 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 880 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Talbot | Jaguar |
| Model | Samba | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
