1990 Ford Probe vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe 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 459 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe. 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, 1990 Ford Probe, 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Probe | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
