1958 Talbot 2500 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 45 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 662 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot 2500 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | 2500 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
