1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 34 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper. 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Viper | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Diablo |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |