1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Dodge Aspen. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (618 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Aspen | Diablo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 618 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |