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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 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 516 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.
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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1997 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 5707 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
