1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Samba | S80 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2776 mm |
