1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Dodge Mirada. 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Mirada | Diablo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |