1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 455 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Skylark | Samba |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
