1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 802 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Samba | S60 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
