1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 490 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 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | RX-7 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
