1990 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman 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 344 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman. 1990 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1999 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Statesman | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
