1986 Talbot Samba vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 21 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 927 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Talbot Samba | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Talbot | Volvo |
Model | Samba | XC70 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |