1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1991 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 816 kg more than 1984 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 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jeep | Talbot |
| Model | Cherokee | Samba |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
