1980 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (629 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. 1980 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 590 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 629 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
