1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1430 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Talbot | Porsche |
| Model | Samba | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2855 mm |
