1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 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 158 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Jalpa | 244 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 165 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 | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
