1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 10 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 1054 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | XJ6 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1798 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
