1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1983 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 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Jimmy | Samba |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
