2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 18 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1440 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2350 mm |
