1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | LeSabre | Diablo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |