2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1156 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 SsangYong Rexton (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | SsangYong | Talbot |
| Model | Rexton | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
