2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 738 kg more than 1985 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 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mondeo | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Mondeo | Samba |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |