1995 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 518 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Diablo | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
