2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 1260 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | Grandis | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
