2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 26 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1695 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Acadia | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
