1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet 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) has 476 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
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 (580 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Diablo | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
