1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lamborghini Diablo 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 325 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 232 kg more than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 2008 Mercury Milan, 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Diablo | Milan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
