1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 1979 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1997 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Fairlane | Diablo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 5705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 492 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |