1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Jalpa | 780 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
