1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 1970 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 2000 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Vega | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
