1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 4 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 367 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva, 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Lamborghini | Vauxhall |
Model | Diablo | Meriva |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |