1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1360 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Ram | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
