1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 505 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Jalpa | 120 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |