1989 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escort | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
