2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 916 kg more than 1984 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 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Renault | Talbot |
Model | Vel Satis | Samba |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |