1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 876 kg more than 1986 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 S80 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Samba | S80 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 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 | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
