1989 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Viper. (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 296 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lamborghini Diablo. (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Diablo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |