1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1978 Volvo 343

To start off, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 310 kg more than 1978 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343. 1978 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Lamborghini Urraco 1978 Volvo 343
Make Lamborghini Volvo
Model Urraco 343
Year Released 1979 1978
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1397 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 261 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 109 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1400 mm


 

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