1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Kingswood | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
