1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 660 kg more than 1981 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 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Taurus | Samba |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
