1982 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (543 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 565 kg more than 1982 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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 (621 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Capri | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Capri | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
