1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 4 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 596 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | 190 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
