2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1029 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Dakota | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2350 mm |
