2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1983 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 Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Charger | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
