1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1986 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 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Opel | Talbot |
Model | Frontera | Samba |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |