2003 Pontiac Montana vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Montana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 980 kg more than 1981 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 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac Montana | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
Model | Montana | Samba |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |