1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 6 kg more than 1989 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera, 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera. 1989 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Buick Riviera | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Riviera | Diablo |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |