1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century 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 381 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | Lamborghini | Buick |
Model | Diablo | Century |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |