1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 123 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Diablo | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
