1986 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Granada | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
