2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1984 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Avalanche | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
