1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Jalpa | 960 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
