1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 11 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | Diablo |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |