2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1666 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Armada | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
