1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Jalpa | 240 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
