1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 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 (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 277 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Diablo | 626 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
