1997 SsangYong Korando vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1206 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 SsangYong Korando | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | SsangYong | Talbot |
| Model | Korando | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
