1993 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 299 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Diablo | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
