2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 21 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 965 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
Model | Catera | Samba |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 953 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 | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 |