1979 Ford LTD 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 LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 164 kg more than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo.

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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD 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 LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Ford LTD 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model LTD Diablo
Year Released 1979 1997
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5763 cc 5707 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 297 HP 485 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 580 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1626 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2660 mm


 

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