1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 16 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. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 644 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Kia |
| Model | Diablo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
