1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Valiant | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
