1988 Lamborghini LM vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1866 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini LM | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | LM | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5166 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 55 L |
