1999 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo

To start off, 1999 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 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 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon, 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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. 1999 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1997 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Step Wagon 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Honda Lamborghini
Model Step Wagon Diablo
Year Released 1999 1997
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1973 cc 5705 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 492 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 580 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2660 mm


 

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