1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP) has 441 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 656 kg more than 1968 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Skoda |
| Model | Diablo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
