2000 Lexus ES vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 Lexus ES is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus ES weights approximately 790 kg more than 1982 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 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus ES | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Lexus | Talbot |
| Model | ES | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
