1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 877 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Samba | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Samba | S80 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
