1989 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic, 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, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Civic | 1995 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
