1977 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 52 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Granada | Diablo |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 605 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |