1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 92 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Diablo | 164 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
