1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1989 Volvo 244
To start off, 1989 Volvo 244 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco 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 86 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 244. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 244 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1989 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Urraco | 244 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |