1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1982 Volvo 260

To start off, 1982 Volvo 260 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 260 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Lamborghini Urraco 1982 Volvo 260
Make Lamborghini Volvo
Model Urraco 260
Year Released 1970 1982
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2461 cc 2849 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 220 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 5600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 53.1 mm 73 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2660 mm


 

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