1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 12 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 970 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, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | Eldorado | Samba |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
