1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 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 109 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Jalpa | 260 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |