1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1426 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | Eldorado | Samba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
