1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo 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 396 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 635 kg more than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Diablo | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |