1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 918 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Talbot Samba | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Samba | V70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
