2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 23 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1264 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Rainier | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
