1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 821 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Viper | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
