1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Infiniti | Talbot |
| Model | QX4 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
