1985 Talbot Samba vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1985 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Talbot Samba | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | Samba | 850 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |