1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 322 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 293 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
