2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 23 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1500 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | Q7 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |
