2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 20 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1206 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Terraza | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2350 mm |
