1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 551 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 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Cougar | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
