2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 27 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 895 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | Escalade | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
