1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Urraco | 120 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |