2002 Opel Omega vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 993 kg more than 1985 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 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Opel | Talbot |
| Model | Omega | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
