1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1984 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 (340 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Samba | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
