1989 Audi V8 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 5 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 966 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | V8 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
