1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro 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 247 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro. 1971 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1992 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Holden |
| Model | Diablo | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
