1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1959 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Talbot Lago America | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | Lago America | 960 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 204 HP |
Torque | 191 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |