1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo 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 347 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Kia Potentia. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia. 2001 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Kia |
Model | Diablo | Potentia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |