2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 966 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | XJ | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
