1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 918 kg more than 1982 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 XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | Samba | XC70 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |