1987 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal 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 (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 107 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1994 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Regal | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
