1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
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1982 Ford Mustang | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Mustang | Diablo |
Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1185 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |