1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 14 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 830 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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Intrepid | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Dodge | Talbot |
Model | Intrepid | Samba |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |