1981 Ford Granada vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Granada | Diablo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 492 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |