1987 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Escort, 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escort | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
