1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1985 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Astro | Samba |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
