2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 653 kg more than 1986 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 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jeep | Talbot |
| Model | Commander | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
