1995 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Diablo | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Diablo | 260 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
