1973 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1973 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 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. 1999 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1973 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Lamborghini Urraco | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Urraco | C70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |