1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Monza would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 204 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza. 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 (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Diablo | Monza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
