1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 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 451 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Diablo | 740 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 567 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |