2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1873 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Acadia | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
