2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1120 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 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | Grand Espace | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
