1997 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette 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 406 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Nissan Vanette. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Diablo | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2080 mm |
