1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 268 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | S-MX | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
