1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 790 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Lumina | Samba |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |
