2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 887 kg more than 1984 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Mondeo | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
