1989 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 559 kg more than 1982 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 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Honda | Talbot |
Model | Accord | Samba |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |