1978 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada 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 396 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. 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 1978 Ford Granada. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Granada | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
