1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1998 Lamborghini Diablo and 1998 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 411 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
