1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 820 kg more than 1983 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 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jeep | Talbot |
| Model | Cherokee | Samba |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 64 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 | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
