1978 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 922 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Civic | 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
