2002 Pontiac Aztek vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1986 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 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Aztek | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
| Model | Aztek | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
