1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 835 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, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2350 mm |
