2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 24 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 809 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Tahoe | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
