2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1951 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | Escalade | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
