1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1994 Buick LeSabre is newer by 13 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Buick | Talbot |
Model | LeSabre | Samba |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |