1973 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 427 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Escort | Diablo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 523 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 580 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |