2007 Acura MDX vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 24 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Acura | Talbot |
| Model | MDX | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
