2009 Saturn Vue vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Saturn | Talbot |
| Model | Vue | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
