1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1981 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 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Mercury | Talbot |
Model | Mountaineer | Samba |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4012 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |