1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 845 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. 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 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
