1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Jalpa | S80 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |