1994 Mercury Capri vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Capri weights approximately 340 kg more than 1982 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 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Capri | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mercury | Talbot |
| Model | Capri | Samba |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
