1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 226 kg more than 1979 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Diablo | 260 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
