1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 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 (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diablo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 1800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
