1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Diablo | 145 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
