1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 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 456 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 487 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Diablo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
