1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2004 Volvo C70 is newer by 34 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 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo C70 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 2004 Volvo C70, 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, 2004 Volvo C70 (339 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco.
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1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Urraco | C70 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |