1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1220 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Talbot Samba | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Talbot | Toyota |
Model | Samba | Highlander |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |