2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1125 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | SsangYong | Talbot |
| Model | Korando | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2873 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
