1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 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 396 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Diablo | 780 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |