2006 Jeep Commander vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 937 kg more than 1985 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 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jeep | Talbot |
| Model | Commander | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 952 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
