1994 Ford Probe vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 514 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe, 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Probe | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
