1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony 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 500 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 650 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lamborghini |
| Model | Pony | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
