2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (543 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 555 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (621 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Diablo | 480 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
