1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 780 kg more than 1983 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 Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Riviera | Samba |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
