1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo

To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.

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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (468 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Dodge Dakota 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Dodge Lamborghini
Model Dakota Diablo
Year Released 1999 1996
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5898 cc 5707 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 0 HP 492 HP
Torque 468 Nm 580 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 5460 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 3330 mm 2650 mm


 

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