1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Commodore | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
