2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1856 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Silverado | Samba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2350 mm |
