1975 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lamborghini Jarama | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Jarama | S80 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
