2007 Acura RL vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 22 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 835 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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Acura | Talbot |
| Model | RL | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
