1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina 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 402 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 598 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Diablo | Carina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
