1996 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escort | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |
