2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 19 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1010 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, 2005 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Caravan | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
