1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, both 1996 Lamborghini Diablo and 1996 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 371 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 422 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 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 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Lamborghini Diablo 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Lamborghini Mitsubishi
Model Diablo Galant
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5707 cc 1832 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 485 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1632 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2640 mm


 

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