1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1983 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | Eldorado | Samba |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
