1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 22 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850, 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Urraco | 850 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
