1992 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 570 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Talbot |
| Model | Achieva | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
