1985 Lamborghini LM vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini LM | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | LM | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 68 L |
