1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 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 365 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Diablo | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
