1990 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini Diablo 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 332 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, 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, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1990 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Sable |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
