1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1985 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | RS 200 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 100 L |
