2003 Acura CL vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 19 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 836 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Acura | Talbot |
| Model | CL | Samba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
