1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 3 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 850 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chrysler | Talbot |
| Model | Viper | Samba |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
