1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1989 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Silvia 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 386 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 252 kg more than 1989 Nissan Silvia. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1989 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Diablo | Silvia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |