1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 990 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
Model | XJS | Samba |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |