2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 870 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 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 5 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Mazda | Talbot |
Model | 5 | Samba |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |