1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Diablo | Armada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
