2004 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 924 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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
| Model | Grand Prix | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
