1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 169 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai, 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Lamborghini Diablo 2012 Nissan Qashqai
Make Lamborghini Nissan
Model Diablo Qashqai
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5707 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 492 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 193 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 90.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 325 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.1 seconds 10.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1431 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 27.4 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 65 L


 

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