2001 GMC Envoy vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 GMC Envoy 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1270 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Envoy | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Envoy | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
