2006 Renault Espace vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1983 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | Espace | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
