2005 Ford Escape vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 844 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 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Escape | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
