1998 Citroen ZX vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, both 1998 Citroen ZX and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP) has 411 more horse power than 1998 Citroen ZX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen ZX, 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen ZX | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | ZX | Diablo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 485 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |