2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 25 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 186 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | Q7 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |
