1996 Mercury Villager vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 Mercury Villager is newer by 15 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1060 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Villager | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mercury | Talbot |
| Model | Villager | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
