1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1326 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | Eldorado | Samba |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
