2005 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245. 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Diablo | 245 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
