1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina 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 426 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 452 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Diablo | Carina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
