1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 379 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Diablo | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
