2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 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 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1750 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Suburban | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
