1975 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lamborghini Urraco | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Urraco | 240 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |