1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 108 kg more than 1981 Volvo 265. 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 (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Diablo | 265 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
