1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, 1985 Volvo 245 is newer by 27 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 245.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Talbot Lago America | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | Lago America | 245 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |