1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1974 Volvo 244 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Talbot Lago America | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | Lago America | 244 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |