1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 531 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 2008 Mazda Etude, 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Diablo | Etude |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
