1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Scorpio | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
