1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 327 kg more than 1970 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Diablo | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |