1997 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Diablo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
