2008 Acura TL vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 25 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 534 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Acura | Talbot |
| Model | TL | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
