1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
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 Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II 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 417 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 257 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Diablo | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
