2001 Acura MDX vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Acura MDX is newer by 20 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 1230 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Acura | Talbot |
Model | MDX | Samba |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |