1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 29 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Volvo V70, 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Urraco | V70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
