1990 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 419 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 560 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Escort | Diablo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |