1990 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1990 Lamborghini Diablo and 1990 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lamborghini Diablo 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 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460, 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, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Diablo | 460 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
