1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus 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 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus. 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, 1988 Ford Taurus, 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Taurus | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
