1993 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1993 Lamborghini Diablo and 1993 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diablo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
