2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chrysler | Talbot |
| Model | Voyager | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| 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 | 218 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
