1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 788 kg more than 1984 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, 1991 Buick Reatta (286 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Reatta | Samba |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
