1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Skyline 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 392 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 Nissan Skyline. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Diablo | Skyline |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
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 | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |