1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza 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 398 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 660 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Diablo | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
