1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 244 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 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Diablo | 244 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
