1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 754 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 GMC Suburban | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | GMC | Lamborghini |
Model | Suburban | Diablo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |