1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Valiant | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 618 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
