1991 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator 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 371 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 274 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini Diablo | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Senator |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
