1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 31 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 15 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80, 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Jalpa | S80 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2835 mm |