1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sierra | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
