2004 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 680 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Diablo | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
