1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 900 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot Samba has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot Samba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | Fleetwood | Samba |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
