2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | CX-9 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3727 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
