1985 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Statesman 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 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 192 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman. 1985 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Statesman | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
