1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 19 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 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 393 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Urraco | 460 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
