1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 226 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Plymouth |
| Model | Diablo | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
