2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 222 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 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Ranger | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
