1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 9 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 810 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
Model | Eldorado | Samba |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |