1991 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex 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 456 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. 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 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini Diablo | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
| Model | Diablo | Rex |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1930 mm |
