1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 11 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 376 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Lamborghini Diablo 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Lamborghini Vauxhall
Model Diablo Vectra
Year Released 1994 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5707 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 485 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 581 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm


 

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