1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1978 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 542 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1978 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
Model | Diablo | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 605 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |