1990 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 334 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
| Model | Diablo | 504 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
