1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Volvo 240 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot 2500 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 240 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Talbot 2500 | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | 2500 | 240 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |