1979 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo

To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (543 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 655 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (621 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Honda Accord 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Honda Lamborghini
Model Accord Diablo
Year Released 1979 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1750 cc 5992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 90 HP 543 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 7100 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 621 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 84 mm
Top Speed 150 km/hour 335 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1555 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L


 

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