1991 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 890 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini Diablo | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Diablo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
