1993 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1982 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Talbot |
| Model | Bravada | Samba |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
