1985 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, both 1985 Buick Skyhawk and 1985 Talbot Samba were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Buick Skyhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Skyhawk (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Skyhawk should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Skyhawk weights approximately 346 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Skyhawk | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Skyhawk | Samba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
