1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 816 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Festiva | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |
