1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Nissan Skyline. 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 (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Diablo | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
