1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 965 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | Catera | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
