1980 Audi Sport vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 447 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sport | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
