2008 Mazda 5 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 731 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 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 5 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
